Can you reserve a site at Mill Run Recreation Area?

Yes, Mill Run Recreation Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Mill Run Recreation Area?

Yes, pets are allowed at Mill Run Recreation Area.

Are campfires allowed at Mill Run Recreation Area?

Campfires are allowed at Mill Run Recreation Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Mill Run Recreation Area — 30 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

The Mill Run Camping Area is located on Youghiogheny River Lake in the heart of the Laurel Highlands. The lake spans the Mason-Dixon Line between Pennsylvania and Maryland. Clean waters, forested mountains and steep-sided valleys provide an unsurpassed setting for recreational opportunities.

Recreation

Camping, fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, biking, picnicking and sightseeing are the area's most popular activities. Boaters consider Youghiogheny River Lake, with its 16-mile length and channels up to one-half mile wide, the best powerboating and water skiing lake in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Facilities

The campground contains 30 sites that are all self-contained. Flush toilets, drinking water and a dump station are available. There is also a beach, boat launch and children's play area located in the campground.

Natural Features

The country surrounding the lake is made up of narrow valleys and high rounded hills with steep slopes. Much of the land is covered with northern hardwoods including beech, sugar maple, white ash, yellow poplar and basswood. A variety of wildlife makes its home around Youghiogheny River Lake, including deer, turkey, grouse, rabbit and squirrel.

Nearby Attractions

Some of Pennsylvania and Maryland's finest state parks surround Youghiogheny Lake. Ohiopyle State Park is known for some of the best whitewater in the East and is often the location of national kayaking competitions.

The facts

30 bookable sites
30 accessible sites
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: MILL RUN RECREATION AREA

Site types

30 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

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30 campsites at Mill Run Recreation Area

Check-in 4:00 PM · Check-out 4:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
001	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
002	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
003	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
004	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
005	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
006	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
007	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
008	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
009	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
010	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
011	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
012	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
013	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
014	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
015	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
016	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
017	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
018	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
019	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
020	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
021	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
022	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
023	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
024	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
025	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
026	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
027	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
028	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
029	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾
030	MILL RUN RECREATION AREA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	♿ 🐾

Getting there

From Route 40 East, turn right onto Friendsville Addison Road for approximately 3 miles then turn right onto Mill Run Road and follow the road until reaching the campground. From Route 40 West, turn left onto Friendsville Addison Road for approximately 3 miles then turn right onto Mill Run Road and follow the road until reaching the campground.

39.71547, -79.38506 · 39°42'55.7"N 79°23'6.2"W

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Typical weather

Typically 84°F in Jul, down to 37°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	37	41	50	63	72	80	84	82	76	64	52	41
Low °F	19	20	27	36	47	56	60	59	52	40	30	24
Precip in	3.6	3.4	3.9	4.0	4.9	4.9	4.5	4.0	4.0	3.4	3.1	3.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Mill Run Recreation Area

Can you reserve a site at Mill Run Recreation Area?: Yes, Mill Run Recreation Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Mill Run Recreation Area have?: 30 sites.
Are pets allowed at Mill Run Recreation Area?: Yes, pets are allowed at Mill Run Recreation Area.
Are campfires allowed at Mill Run Recreation Area?: Campfires are allowed at Mill Run Recreation Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Mill Run Recreation Area

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Spring Gap Campground 37 mi · Campground · we watch it
Fort Necessity/National Road Interpretive and Education Center 12.7 mi · Facility
Gallatin House 29.3 mi · Facility
Cumberland Visitor Center 33.4 mi · Facility
Flight 93 Visitor Center 34.7 mi · Visitor Center
Evitts Creek Hiker-Biker Campsite 35.4 mi · Campground
Irons Mountain Hiker-Biker Campsite 35.7 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 814-395-3242
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

Mill Run Recreation Area